St. John's University Advertising Brochure

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ST. JOHN'S COLLEGE
HIS booklet is placed in the hands of the public as a reminder of the
superior advantages which St. John's College possesses for imparting a
thorough Classical, Scientific, Engineering or Commercial education. No
mention is made in the Booklet of hard, dry facts connected with
routine work in the classroom, since all details are minutely set forth
in our regular College Catalogue. The chief aim of our present publi·
cation is to present to prospective students the attractive side of our College life;
how the work of the classroom is relieved of that sameness which the inexperienced
imagine to be the prevailing condition in a day college.
Our regular Catalogue may be had by applying at the College, or by writing to THE
REGISTRAR, St. John's College, Lewis and Willoughby Avenues, Brooklyn, N.Y.
COLLEGE CHAPEL
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T. JOHN'S COLLEGE is centrally located in the Borough of Brooklyn, on
~~~~ a site high and commanding. It is in close touch with all lines of cars,
elevated and surface, so that the institution can be reached from all
quarters of the city in a comparatively short time. Students preferring
to take the elevated lines may do so. Two elevated stations, one at the
corner of Sumner and Myrtle Avenues, the other at Myrtle Avenue and
Broadway, are each within five minutes' walk from the College.
By means of the surface lines the College can be reached by the DeKalb, the Sum­ner,
the Myrtle, the Ralph, the Bushwick, or by the Broadway lines. All these lines are
about two blocks distant from the institution. The students in class work are therefore
not disturbed by the noise inseparable from the continued rush of cars up and down the
streets, and yet are close enough to enjoy all the advantages of easy transportation,
should they Jive in distant parts of the city or in any of the outlying suburban districts.
DRAWING ROOM
SYSTEM OF EDUCATION
The system of education followed in St. John's College is practical a,nd thorough,
calculated to prepare a boy to solve the fundamental problems of life and to prepare
him to discharge, later on, his religious, social, civic and professional duties.
THE COURSES
The courses offered are the Classical, the Latin-Science, Civil Engineering, and the
Commercial.
With the approval of the New York State Board of Regents, a School of Pedagogy
and School of Music have been annexed to the regular courses.
The Classical Course holds the place of honor and affords the best means of
acquiring a liberal education.
In the study of Latin and Greek the study of English is never lost sight of. The
English classics are held in honor and are pursued as thoroughly as are the works of
the ancient authors.
The Latin-Science Course is for those who wish to lay special stress on the physical
sciences. Laboratories are splendidly equipped in every way, and are at the disposition
of such students as desire to use them.
RELIGIOUS TRAINING
Religious training is of paramount importance, and is given in every grade of the
course. As the College is a Catholic institution, of course Catholic doctrine alone is
taught, but pupils of other denominations are admitted. Apart from the religious
instruction, talks and lectures on Politeness are given, for the College holds before the
mind of the pupil that a Christian man ought to be always a Christian gentleman.
COLLEGE AUDITORIUM
GYMNASIUM
The College boasts of one of the finest gymnasiums. It is splendidly lighted and
thoroughly equipped with gymnastic apparatus. It has ideal handball and basket ball
courts. An experienc·ed director is in attendance in the gym, to safeguard against
injury or accident. A swimming pool, 50 x 17, and running in depth from 4 to 7 feet,
fed by an artesian well, adjoins the gymnasium. It is fitted up with toilets, showers
and lockers.
CLASS ROOMS
The class rooms are spacious and excellently lighted. The pleasure of a large,
lightsome class room is always appreciated by the student and a strong inducement for
good work.
READING ROOM
Students not caring to use the gymnasium have a large Reading Room at their
disposal, nicely fitted up and furnished with the choicest of reading matter. A College
circulating library is attached.
AUDITORIUM
St. John's possesses a fine Auditorium, equipped with stage, scenery, etc., etc. The
Auditorium seats one thousand people. Its acoustics are perfect, and here, from time
to time, the students render plays and give other entertainments which greatly serve
to train them in public speaking and to develop a healthy College social spirit.
The Auditorium has been lately frescoed and presents a beautiful appearance.
Adjacent to the Auditorium is the Academy Hall and Columbus Hall, where class
reunions and receptions are held from time to time.
LABORATORY A
CERTIFICATES AND DIPLOMAS
Law, medicine, dental, and vete r inary certificates are issued by the Regents of the
University of the State of New York upon certification of the satisfactory completion
of the high school course. The college issues certificates or diplomas to commercial
students accord ing to the scope of the work done.
DEGREES
At the conclusion of the Arts Course the degree of Bachelor of Arts is conferred
on candidates who have satisfied the college requirements for that degree. The
degree of Bachelor of Science is conferred on students who have satisfactorily com·
pleted the science. course. After one year post-graduate work in the college or exten­sion
courses, upon the presentation of an acceptable thesis a Bachelor of Arts receives
the degree of Master of Arts. The degrees of Bachelor and Master of Pedagogy are
conferred upon qualified candidates who have completed satisfactory courses in the
school of Pedagogy.
FEES
Tuition is payable quarterly in advance. No deduction will be made for absence,
unless it is caused by protracted illness.
Classical, Scientific or Civil Engineering Course, tuition, per quarter .. .. . . _ . . . . . $25.00
Commercial Course, tuition, per quarter ....... .. . _._ ... . .......... . .. .. ..... . .. 15.00
A fee of $10 per year, for materials used, is required of each student doing Labora­tory
work.
A fee of $5 per year is charged for the privilege of using the Gymnasium and
swimming pool . It is required of each student.
BIOLOGICAL LABORATORY
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FIELD OPEN TO COMMERCIAL GRADUATES
HE field is large and varied , covering public accountant, court accountant,
court reporting , newspaper work, private secretary, stenographer, or
bookkeeper in government positions, both local and Federal.
The following report of the United States Civil Service Commission
will show that competent male stenographers are always in demand:
" Male stenographers and typewriters are in great demand,
and those who are competent have much greater prospects
for appointment than applicants for other positions. For
the position of male stenographer and typewriter the number
of eligibles has not been sufficient to meet the needs of the
service."
Business houses are looking for young men thoroughly equipped in commercial
subjects. Any young man who is a capable bookkeeper or stenographer may have a
lucrative position for the asking. Bookkeeping and stenography are preliminaries to
high salaried confidential secretaryships.
TYPEWRITING ROOM
A post-graduate course of one year will follow the regular course in stenography
and typewriting for those who desire to qualify as expert stenographers. A special
preparation will be given those who wish to become law stenographers, private secre­taries
or reporters.
This course will be open to graduates of other institutions, and special attention
will be given to Business English, which is so woefully neglected in our commercial
schools to-day.
Our aim is to establish a secretarial course that will rank with the best irr
America.
METHODS AND TEXT BOOKS
The system of shorthand taught is Isaac Pitman's. The text book is the "Course
In Isaac Pitman Shorthand."
After one year's instruction the student is enabled to take dictation at the rate of
one hundred words a minute. He is thoroughly drilled in grammologues, contractions
and phraseograms and a thorough foundation is laid for advanced work in this subject.
We teach typewriting in the scientific way, namely, by sense of touch. Our
text book is "Rational Typewriting" Cutler and SoRelle, which we believe has no peer
as a typewriting manual.
This system is unique in its .development as it is the only system of typewriting
that proceeds from the known to the unknown. The idea is so rational and so thor­oughly
sound from the pedagogical point of view that our students master the intricacies
of touch typewriting with I ittle effort and in a short time become fast and accurate
writers.
SWIMMING POOL
"The Callan Shield" is used to cover the keyboard and the student is trained to
think where the keys are and thus develop his sense of touch.
In connection with typewriting the student is taught the care of the machine,
the use of carbon paper, stencil work, letter copying, mimeograph, neostyle and other
duplicating devices, filing in all its phases, business forms and office routine work.
The system of bookkeeping is the "Budget System," by Dr. H. M. Rowe. Its sim­plicity
and practicability render it the best in use. The student opens up and closes the
different sets of books, and handles all papers, such as bills, receipts, orders, invoices,
checks, drafts, bills payable and receivable, promissory notes, making out statements
and trial balance sheets, thereby gaining a practical knowledge of the subject.
Commercial Arithmetic, Commercial Law, English, Spelling, and Penmanship are
included in the Bookkeeping Course.
FEES.
Special Shorthand and Typewriting, per year ... . ...•.. . .. . . $60.00
Special Bookkeeping, per year .. . ... . .. . ..... . ........ . ... . 60.00
Commercial Diploma . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.00
Enrollment fee, payable upon the selection of course. .... .. . 2.00
Enrollment fee will be refunded upon payment of the fee for instruction.
Catalogue will be mailed on application to the Registrar.
CORNER OF GYMNASIUM
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MR. JOHN H. WALSH, A. M., LL.B., DEAN
HE courses in the school of Pedagogy are intended for teachers and for W persons who are fitting themselves for the teaching profession. These
courses have been approved by the State Commissioner of Education,
the Regents of the State of New York, and the Board of Examiners of the
Department of Education of the City of New York. Qualified students
completing a course with a satisfactory examination receive certificates
which w i ll be accepted by the Board of Examiners as entitling the holders to any ex­emption
or privilege which may be obtained according to the rules of the Board.
DEGREES
Upon presentation of an acceptable thesis the degree of Bachelor or Master of
Pedagogy will be conferred upon qualified candidates who have completed the required
number of courses. For particulars send for catalogue.
FEES
30 hours' course ...•..................... . . .. .. .. . .... .. .. . .. . .. . ... . .. . .. ... .. $10.00
60 hours' course. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15.00
90 hours' course .... . ...• .. .......... .. ......... ... .... . . . . .. ... .. ... .. . . . . .... 25.00
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HIS course will extend over four years, and will lead to the degree of
Bachelor of Science, and, after the requisite experience and a second
thesis, to the degree of Civil Engineer.
The Freshman year will be principally devoted to laying the founda­tion
for the specialization which will find its place in the succeeding
years. Beginning with the Sophomore year, each student will be required
to do actual engineering work outside the College, but under its supervision. Trips to
the various public works under construction in the vicinity will be made and reports
written thereon.
Each student is treated as a unit. Class work is resorted to only where it has been
found that it will give the individual greater advancement than the separate treatment.
So far as is practical, the graduates are aided in securing positions after the
completion of the course.
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"""""'m;T11;"""' HE Conservatory of Music occupies a separate building equipped with
everything necessary to enable it to offer a thorough musical education.
This building is at 82 Lewis Avenue, directly opposite the College.
COURSES OF STUDY
Instruction is given in piano, organ, singing, violin, sight singing,
theory, harmony, counterpoint, musical history, Gregorian music, and
plain chant. Private and class lessons are given in each of the subjects mentioned.
Applicants of either sex are admitted to these courses.
THE FACULTY OF THE CONSERVATORY
Director T. Bath Glasson, of the Brooklyn Choral and Orchestral Society, who also
during several years has had charge of the music in St. John's College and Seminary,
is at the head of the faculty, and personally gives instruction in piano, organ, singing
and lecture-recitals on the history of music. He conducts all the musical examinations
and assigns pupils to classes or teachers. Associated with Mr. Glasson in this work is
a staff of professional musicians, who give instruction in violin, piano and vocal
4;ulture.
PREP. TRACK TEAM
INSTRUCTION FOR CHILDREN
Parents should realize that the first steps in musical education are fully as impor­tant
as the later development. If wrong habits are formed at the beginning, it some­times
takes years to overcome them, and much valuable time and money is wasted
in correcting faults which shoul(l never have been acquired. Special attention is given
to the training of beginners, according to the most modern methods. Monthly recitals
are given, examinations held, and parents receive each month a report card signed by
the Director stating the progress that the pupil has made.
INSTRUCTION FOR ADULTS
The instruction for adults is divided into two courses, viz., amateur and profes­sional.
Those who wish to study music as an accomplishment are allowed to receive
instructions in any department which they elect, and the work is thorough in every
respect. All who enter the professional course in any subject are, in addition to the
department in which they expect to specialize, required to study theory, harmony and
musical history. Those who enter the amateur course receive instruction in any one
subject they elect, viz., piano, singing or violin.
MUSICAL CLASSIFICATION AND EXAMINATIONS
The course in piano is divided into six, the courses in singing and violin into five,
and the course in organ into four grades. A certificate signed by the Director is given
to each pupil at the completion of each grade. This certificate allows him to enter
the higher grade.
MINIM BASKET BALL TEAM
FEES
PREPARATORY COU_IJ§..S-PIANO
One hour a week, per term of twelve weeks .. .. . .. ..................... ... . .. . • . $10.00
PIANO
Private Lessons
One hour a week, per term of 12 weeks .. . ... ... ................................ $25.00
One half hour a week, per term of 12 weeks .... . . . . . ....................... . ... 15.00
Two half hours a week, per term of 12 weeks . . .......................... . .. . ... 30.00
Class Lessons
Classes of two pupils, one hour a week, per term of 12 weeks, per pupil .. . .... . .. 12.50
Classes of three pupils, one hour a week, per term of 12 weeks, per pupil .. . ..... 9.00
SINGING
Private Lessons
One hour a week, per term of 12 weeks .... . ...... . .... .... .. . .............. . 25.00
One half hour a week, per term of 12 weeks . . .... .. . ................ . ....... . 15.00
Two half hours a week, per term of 12 weeks . ..... ... .. . ... . ....... . . . .. . . . .. . 30.00
Class Lessons
Classes of two pupils, one hour a week, per term of 12 weeks, per pupil . . .. .... .. $12.50
Classes of three pupi Is, one hour a week, per term of 12 weeks, per pupil .. ... . .. 9.00
Classes of five pupils, one hour a week, per term of 12 weeks, per pupil .... . .. . .. 6.00
ATHLETIC FIELD
VIOLIN
Private Lessons
One hour a week, per term of 12 weeks .... . . . ......... .. ....... .. . .. ......... . . $25.00
One half hour a week, per term of 12 weeks ..... . . . ................ . ......... . .. 15.00
Class Lessons
Classes of two pup ils, one hour a week, per term of 12 weeks, per pupil ... .. ...... $12.50
Classes of three pupils, one hour a week, per term of 12 weeks, per pupil. .... ... . 9.00
Classes of five pupils, one hour a week, per term of 12 weeks, per pupil ........... 6.00
ORGAN
Private Lessons
One hour a week, per term of 12 weeks ....... . . . .... . .. . .... . ... . .............. $25.00
SIGHT SINGING AND EAR TRAINING
Private Lessons
One half hour a week, per term of 12 weeks ..................... .... . . . . ........ $15.00
Class Lessons
Classes of five pupils, one hour a week, per term of 12 weeks, per pup il ......... .. . $4.00
Classes of ten pupils, one hour a week, per term of 12 weeks, per pupil ............ 2.00
COLLEGE RELAY TEAM
HISTORY OF MUSIC
Class Lessons
One hour a week, per term of 12 weeks .... .. .. . ..... . .. .. ... . ..... . ... . ........ $10.00
For further information address T. Bath Glasson, St. John's College.
The fees quoted above are payable at the Conservatory office in advance.
Pupils, who are absent from lessons without leave will be charged for time lost,
except in cases of severe illness.
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WHAT THEY SAY ABOUT US
"The most precious legacy which your parents have conferred upon you is the
legacy of a sound Christian education under the direction of men conspicuous for their
piety, for their zeal and for their learr;ling."-CARDINAL. GIBBONS.
To the Graduates of St. John's Colrege, 1909.
"The equipment of St. Johri!s College is of the best that modern workmanship can
provide. The splendidly equipped Chemistry, Physics and Biology laboratories are a
source of delight to all who see them. The art and drawing rooms, the large, light and
airy classrooms and lecture halts invariably elicit the praise of visitors; while the
splendid new gymnasium and swimming pool, under the direction of an expert physical
director, are the pride of every student."-Brooklyn Eagle. '
"The methods of teaching and the unvaried high standard maintained in its courses
have made the name of St. John's College synonymous with all that Is best in modern
education, and cause its degrees to be particularly prized and re.spected."-The
Brooklyn Citizen. · , ' · .,.
"St. John's E:ollege is now In its forty·first year, and its record an:cl the· records of
its graduates speak of the kind of training it gives."-Brooklyn Times, Sept., 1909.

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191 J ~
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BROOKLYlf
IN THE HEAR'l.~ OF BROOKLYN
!''/-,-· -· ···'\ \
\\\\ ...
\
ST. JOHN'S COLLEGE
HIS booklet is placed in the hands of the public as a reminder of the
superior advantages which St. John's College possesses for imparting a
thorough Classical, Scientific, Engineering or Commercial education. No
mention is made in the Booklet of hard, dry facts connected with
routine work in the classroom, since all details are minutely set forth
in our regular College Catalogue. The chief aim of our present publi·
cation is to present to prospective students the attractive side of our College life;
how the work of the classroom is relieved of that sameness which the inexperienced
imagine to be the prevailing condition in a day college.
Our regular Catalogue may be had by applying at the College, or by writing to THE
REGISTRAR, St. John's College, Lewis and Willoughby Avenues, Brooklyn, N.Y.
COLLEGE CHAPEL
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T. JOHN'S COLLEGE is centrally located in the Borough of Brooklyn, on
~~~~ a site high and commanding. It is in close touch with all lines of cars,
elevated and surface, so that the institution can be reached from all
quarters of the city in a comparatively short time. Students preferring
to take the elevated lines may do so. Two elevated stations, one at the
corner of Sumner and Myrtle Avenues, the other at Myrtle Avenue and
Broadway, are each within five minutes' walk from the College.
By means of the surface lines the College can be reached by the DeKalb, the Sum­ner,
the Myrtle, the Ralph, the Bushwick, or by the Broadway lines. All these lines are
about two blocks distant from the institution. The students in class work are therefore
not disturbed by the noise inseparable from the continued rush of cars up and down the
streets, and yet are close enough to enjoy all the advantages of easy transportation,
should they Jive in distant parts of the city or in any of the outlying suburban districts.
DRAWING ROOM
SYSTEM OF EDUCATION
The system of education followed in St. John's College is practical a,nd thorough,
calculated to prepare a boy to solve the fundamental problems of life and to prepare
him to discharge, later on, his religious, social, civic and professional duties.
THE COURSES
The courses offered are the Classical, the Latin-Science, Civil Engineering, and the
Commercial.
With the approval of the New York State Board of Regents, a School of Pedagogy
and School of Music have been annexed to the regular courses.
The Classical Course holds the place of honor and affords the best means of
acquiring a liberal education.
In the study of Latin and Greek the study of English is never lost sight of. The
English classics are held in honor and are pursued as thoroughly as are the works of
the ancient authors.
The Latin-Science Course is for those who wish to lay special stress on the physical
sciences. Laboratories are splendidly equipped in every way, and are at the disposition
of such students as desire to use them.
RELIGIOUS TRAINING
Religious training is of paramount importance, and is given in every grade of the
course. As the College is a Catholic institution, of course Catholic doctrine alone is
taught, but pupils of other denominations are admitted. Apart from the religious
instruction, talks and lectures on Politeness are given, for the College holds before the
mind of the pupil that a Christian man ought to be always a Christian gentleman.
COLLEGE AUDITORIUM
GYMNASIUM
The College boasts of one of the finest gymnasiums. It is splendidly lighted and
thoroughly equipped with gymnastic apparatus. It has ideal handball and basket ball
courts. An experienc·ed director is in attendance in the gym, to safeguard against
injury or accident. A swimming pool, 50 x 17, and running in depth from 4 to 7 feet,
fed by an artesian well, adjoins the gymnasium. It is fitted up with toilets, showers
and lockers.
CLASS ROOMS
The class rooms are spacious and excellently lighted. The pleasure of a large,
lightsome class room is always appreciated by the student and a strong inducement for
good work.
READING ROOM
Students not caring to use the gymnasium have a large Reading Room at their
disposal, nicely fitted up and furnished with the choicest of reading matter. A College
circulating library is attached.
AUDITORIUM
St. John's possesses a fine Auditorium, equipped with stage, scenery, etc., etc. The
Auditorium seats one thousand people. Its acoustics are perfect, and here, from time
to time, the students render plays and give other entertainments which greatly serve
to train them in public speaking and to develop a healthy College social spirit.
The Auditorium has been lately frescoed and presents a beautiful appearance.
Adjacent to the Auditorium is the Academy Hall and Columbus Hall, where class
reunions and receptions are held from time to time.
LABORATORY A
CERTIFICATES AND DIPLOMAS
Law, medicine, dental, and vete r inary certificates are issued by the Regents of the
University of the State of New York upon certification of the satisfactory completion
of the high school course. The college issues certificates or diplomas to commercial
students accord ing to the scope of the work done.
DEGREES
At the conclusion of the Arts Course the degree of Bachelor of Arts is conferred
on candidates who have satisfied the college requirements for that degree. The
degree of Bachelor of Science is conferred on students who have satisfactorily com·
pleted the science. course. After one year post-graduate work in the college or exten­sion
courses, upon the presentation of an acceptable thesis a Bachelor of Arts receives
the degree of Master of Arts. The degrees of Bachelor and Master of Pedagogy are
conferred upon qualified candidates who have completed satisfactory courses in the
school of Pedagogy.
FEES
Tuition is payable quarterly in advance. No deduction will be made for absence,
unless it is caused by protracted illness.
Classical, Scientific or Civil Engineering Course, tuition, per quarter .. .. . . _ . . . . . $25.00
Commercial Course, tuition, per quarter ....... .. . _._ ... . .......... . .. .. ..... . .. 15.00
A fee of $10 per year, for materials used, is required of each student doing Labora­tory
work.
A fee of $5 per year is charged for the privilege of using the Gymnasium and
swimming pool . It is required of each student.
BIOLOGICAL LABORATORY
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